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Gangneung Danoje Festival (강릉단오제)

Gangneung Danoje Festival (강릉단오제)

18.4Km    2023-05-17

1, Danojang-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
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The Gangneung Danoje Festival was designated a Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO in 2005 and Important Intangible Cultural Property No. 13 in 1967. The festival serves to preserve the folk culture of the Joseon dynasty and has been a popular festival since 1975. The festival features media art using video clips and photos to portray the beauty of Danoje through contemporary art. Various programs are available both online and offline for visitors to enjoy.

Gangneung Dano Culture Center (강릉단오제전수교육관)

18.4Km    2020-06-25

1, Danojang-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-660-3940

Gangneung Dano Culture Center was opened in 2004 and played an important role in the success of Gangneung Danoje (Dano rite and festival) being designated a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage on November 25, 2005. The center consists of an exhibition hall and a performance hall. Visitors from Korea and abroad can easily learn about the Dano traditions through culture lectures.

Haeseong Hoetjip (해성횟집)

Haeseong Hoetjip (해성횟집)

18.5Km    2021-03-25

62, Changhae-ro 14beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-652-0940

It is a place where you can eat a variety of Korean-style soup dishes made with seafood. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is spicy fish roe soup.

Ssamyeon Dwaeji (싸면돼지)

Ssamyeon Dwaeji (싸면돼지)

18.6Km    2021-03-25

50, Yulgok-ro, 2692beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-7345-0337

It is a place where you can enjoy Korean BBQ. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is grilled pork belly.

Nongajip Ongsimi (논가집옹심이)

Nongajip Ongsimi (논가집옹심이)

18.7Km    2021-03-25

4-6, Gonghang-gil, 30beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-653-0309

Kalguksu (chopped noodle soup) made with Ongsimi (potato dough) is a representative menu. This restaurant's signature menu is potato nall soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Noam Tunnel (노암터널)

Noam Tunnel (노암터널)

18.8Km    2024-05-02

Noam-dong, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do

Noam Tunnel is a hidden attraction of Gangneung, stretching from Ipam-dong to Jungang Market. The old train tunnel was put out of use with the construction of the newer KTX line, and has now become a must-see attraction along the Gangneung Bau-gil Trail.

Aranaby Zipline (아라나비(스카이 어촌체험))

18.8Km    2024-05-23

35-7 Gonghang-gil 127beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-641-9002

Aranaby Zipline offers a thrilling ride over the ocean from a 20 meter-high tower. Popular as an eco-tourism activity, ziplines can be enjoyed year-round by people of various ages. The Aranaby Zipline connects Anmokhaebyeon Beach, famous for its coffee street, with Namhangjin. The facilty also offers a Sky Bike, a unique experince like riding a bicycle over the ocean.

PATHWAY COFFEE (페스웨이(H))

PATHWAY COFFEE (페스웨이(H))

18.8Km    2021-03-25

35-7, Gonghang-gil 127beon-gil, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-10-4573-9078

It is a place where you can enjoy various types of coffee and desserts. This restaurant's signature menu is americano. This cafe is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do.

Beopsuchigyegok Valley (법수치계곡)

Beopsuchigyegok Valley (법수치계곡)

18.9Km    2024-02-05

Beopsuchi-ri, Hyeonbuk-myeon, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

Beopsuchigyegok Valley meanders through the northern and southern areas of Gangneung and Yangyang, eventually merging with the East Sea. To reach Beopsuchigyegok Valley on the northern side of Odaesan Mountain, follow the Eoseongjeongyegok Valley, which is situated at the uppermost part of Namdaecheon Stream. This area is known as a returning point for species like big-scaled redfin, sweetfish, and salmon from the sea. Beopsuchigyegok Valley is believed to be the origin of the main stream of Namdaecheon Stream. Its name is derived from the concept of the "water of wisdom", a Buddhist metaphor symbolizing the Buddha’s wisdom washing away earthly desires, reflecting the clarity of the valley's waters. 

Gangneung Ttukbaegi (강릉뚝배기)

Gangneung Ttukbaegi (강릉뚝배기)

18.9Km    2021-03-25

5, Nambu-ro, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-645-9825

Gukbap (rice soup) is a Korean-style beef broth dish containing rice. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do. The most famous menu is beef and rice soup.